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Dumpshock Forums _ Shadowrun _ NPC creater

Posted by: Yasha Jan 29 2004, 08:13 PM

I'm looking for a quick program or tables for creating NPC's. I do them myself, but I need something for cannon fodder. I tend to spend to much time creating NPC's. Does anyone know where to find something like this?

Posted by: OurTeam Jan 29 2004, 09:31 PM

http://www.gatorboystudios.com/games/shadowrun/gangs.htm

http://www.gatorboystudios.com/games/shadowrun/index.htm

Posted by: Backgammon Jan 29 2004, 10:12 PM

3 step creation:

1) all stats are 3 or 4, so are skills
2) generic weapon damage of desired weapon class (9M for hvy pistol)
3) hazy reaction: all goons have base reaction of 5, plus wired reflexes or drug bonuses you want to give them.

Honestly, why would you want to write down cannon fodder goons? I love making NPCs, but only the ones that actually have a role in the game. Anything else can be on the fly.

Posted by: Nazgul Jan 30 2004, 12:05 AM

Creating goon stats on the fly is good for game dynamics as well. If the crew is finding them too easy, increase something. Too hard, decrease something.

Posted by: Diesel Jan 30 2004, 12:19 AM

Keeps em from checking your notes when you go to the bathroom, too.